Top Golf Gifts of 2016

Golf is a favored pastime in San Diego. We have some of the best golf courses, pro–shops and teams throughout California. But in order to play the best golf game, you need the best golf products and accessories. From golf clubs to footwear, from club grips to mobile apps, there are a ton of new products this year that cater to golfers, but which are the best? We picked out some of our favorite recently–released and upcoming golf products that are sure to help you dazzle on the green and improve your game.

Lizzie Driver AW15 Mosaic Collection

Looking for a preppy clothing style made for the golf course? Lizzie Driver’s new autumn and winter Mosaic Collection may be a perfect fit! The collection features a series of stand–out shirts, skirts, sweaters and more. All articles of clothing feature exclusive prints from the Liberty of London collection, and they come in a variety of soft colors. (prices vary, lizziedriver.com)

Adidas TOUR360 Boost Footwear

Whether men want to admit it or not, fashion is a large part of golfing, and no clothing item is more important than golf shoes. You need something trendy, but also functional, something sleek, but with grip. The TOUR360 Boost has cushioning in both the front of the shoe and the heel to increase comfort. The shoe also features a 10–cleat outsole, which helps to enhance lateral stability. And while the technology behind these new golf shoes is fascinating, the fashionable design is what really makes them pop. These shoes currently come in white with black accents and just enough red to make them really stand out. They’ll be available on February 1st, 2016. ($230, adidasgolf.com)

TaylorMade Driver

The best weapon of any golfer is a great golf club, and boy, does TaylorMade have a stellar new driver perfect for golfers of all skill levels. TaylorMade’s new driver is their longest yet, and it features some innovative new technology. For example, instead of being made from 100% titanium, TaylorMade uses a carbon composite crown, which makes the club more lightweight. Perhaps the most noteworthy aspect of the new M1 Driver is the T–Track system, which allows each golfer to customize the amount of power and speed they want from their club. The creative T–Track system is perfect to help both beginners and professionals tweak their swings. ($499, TaylorMadeGolf.com) 

Hydrapak Stash Bottle

When the overwhelming San Diego sun beams down on the golf course, staying hydrated becomes a necessity. Make life easy with the lightweight Hydrapak Stash water bottle. This flexible design collapses into a three inch space, making storage a snap. Even better, Hydrapak’s water bottle is leakproof. It’s available in pretty and bright colors like blue, lime green and smoke. ($17.99-$22.99, hydrapak.com)

BIG MAX Blade+

If you’re not a fan of golf carts and you want to walk instead of ride, you still need a way to carry your clubs. In that case, check out the BIG MAX Blade+ push cart. This sleek, foldable cart offers a lightweight way to carry your clubs on a busy golf course. These carts collapse into a convenient 5–inch profile and can be stored almost anywhere. ($299, golfsmith.com)

Swingbyte Virtual Coach Mobile App

In the wonderful world of smartphones and iPads, where information is available with just the click of a button, every golfer needs a mobile app to help improve their game. For the technology lover, Swingbyte’s Virtual Coach Mobile App is the perfect gift. Swingbyte analyzes a golfer’s swing and identifies any errors or flaws through a small sensor that attaches to the shaft of any golf club. This Virtual Coach app provides more accurate information than any real coach because it analyzes swing speed, attack angle and much more. The app also comes with a series of video lessons and drills to help golfers improve their game. ($169, available on iPhone only, swingbyte.com) 

Lamkin Grips—Wrap–Tech

Do you lose your grip on your golf clubs? Are your handles looking chewed up? Some new sleek grips might be the perfect golf gift for you. Lamkin’s golf club grips are comfortable, and they offer the perfect amount of control and slip–resistance. Planning an extensive golf trip around the country? Lamkin grips are great in all climates and conditions, and they come in a variety of sizes. Even better, the grips offer an opportunity to share your personal style with fun, colored accents. ($4.99 each, lamkingrips.com)